If thou seest the oppression of the poor, and violent perverting of judgment and justice in a province, marvel not at the matter: for he that is higher than the highest regardeth; and there be higher than they.
If you see poor people being mistreated, and courts making unfair decisions that twist justice in your region, don't be shocked by what you see. Remember that there is someone higher than even the highest officials watching, and there are those in authority above them too.
The writer is saying don't be surprised when you see injustice and corruption in government, because God sees everything and is ultimately in control above all human authorities.
📚 Historical Context
Solomon wrote Ecclesiastes during Israel's golden age when the kingdom was prosperous but likely dealing with the corruption that often comes with wealth and power. Ancient governments had layers of officials and judges, and corruption was common at every level. Solomon himself would have witnessed how power structures could oppress the poor and pervert justice.
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